Daily LInks
1. Fashion Comes Under the Antitrust Microscope. The fashion industry, particularly accessible luxury sectors, is facing increased scrutiny under antitrust laws, with regulators examining competitive practices among leading brands. – Read More on WWD
2. Thousands of Workers at UK Retailer Next Win Equal Pay Case. Thousands of employees at the UK retailer Next have won a landmark equal pay case, marking a significant victory for workers seeking parity with their colleagues in distribution centers. – Read More on Reuters
3. Crypto Bros Aren’t Flipping Watches. That Is an Issue for Luxury Brands. The slowdown in watch trading among cryptocurrency enthusiasts is causing concern for luxury watch brands that had previously benefited from this high-spending demographic. – Read More on The Wall Street Journal
4. Nike Outpaced Luxury Brands in Olympics Earned Media. Nike achieved significant media exposure during the Olympics, surpassing luxury brands in terms of visibility and consumer engagement. – Read More on Fashion United
5. The Surprisingly Subdued Resurrection of Abercrombie & Fitch. Abercrombie & Fitch’s revival has been more low-key than expected, focusing on redefining its brand identity and appealing to a more mature audience without the previous spectacle. – Read More on Vox
6. ‘Roller Lash’ and ‘Lash N Roll’ Mascaras Face Off in TM Trial. The trademark dispute between ‘Roller Lash’ and ‘Lash N Roll’ mascaras has escalated to a trial, where the focus is on consumer confusion and brand identity in the competitive beauty market. – Read More on Law360
